Learn how to solve a natural logarithmic equation by using inverse operations

The video tutorial explains how to solve the equation 5 + 2 Ln of X = 4 by isolating Ln of X, converting it to exponential form, and using a calculator to find the value of X. The process involves subtracting and dividing to isolate Ln of X, rewriting the equation in exponential form, and using a scientific calculator to compute the final value.

What is the first step in isolating the logarithmic term in the equation 5 + 2 Ln(X) = 4?

• Divide both sides by 2

• Multiply both sides by 2

• Subtract 5 from both sides

• Add 5 to both sides

After isolating Ln(X), what is the next step to solve for X?

• Add 1/2 to both sides

• Convert to exponential form

• Multiply by 2

• Square both sides

What is the base of the natural logarithm used in the conversion to exponential form?

• π

• e

• 2

• 10

What is the approximate value of e^(-1/2) as calculated using a scientific calculator?

• 0.5000

• 0.6065

• 0.7071

• 0.6931

Which calculator function is used to find the value of e raised to a power?

• Trigonometric function

• Exponential function

• Square root function

• Logarithm function